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Governor Chang Yong Rhee on Bank of Korea’s Innovative Approach

Source: International Monetary Fund – IMF (video statements)

Price stability is the main goal for central banks, and monetary policy is how they achieve it. However, societies are always in flux, and central bankers who pay close attention to emerging trends are more likely to make better policy decisions. Bank of Korea Governor Chang Yong Rhee has expanded the scope of research to include structural issues like population aging to better understand the changing dynamics of Korea’s economy. Before becoming Governor in 2022, Mr. Rhee held several senior roles in global financial institutions, including the IMF, where he led the Asia and Pacific Department.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PMjiq9n8w5s

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Cyprus takes over the Presidency of the Council of the EU

Source: European Commission (video statements)

On 1 January 2026, Cyprus takes over the Presidency of the Council of the European Union. Over the next 6 months, we’ll work closely on the priorities of Cyprus’ EU Presidency:

• Autonomy through Security, Defence Readiness and Preparedness
• Autonomy through Competitiveness
• Open to the World, Autonomous
• An Autonomous Union of Values that Leaves No One Behind
• A long-term budget for an Autonomous Union

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/7bNhcUr3g1I

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UK Looking back at 2025 in the Lords

Source: United Kingdom UK House of Lords (video statements)

As we approach the New Year, the Journal Office is taking a look back at 2025 in the House of Lords.

The Journal is the formal and authoritative summary record of the proceedings of the House of Lords. Each Journal contains the attendance, minutes (including voting lists) and papers, along with some committee reports, for every day the House sat during a parliamentary session.

➡ Find out more about the Lords at https://parliament.uk/business/lords/

#HouseOfLords #UKParliament #NewYear

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/nZJYm4BZrLA

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Bulgaria joins the Euro Area

Source: European Commission (video statements)

Bulgaria adopts the euro as its official currency, becoming the 21st member of the Euro Area.
Building on its place in the European Union and full participation in Schengen, this step further integrates Bulgaria into Europe’s shared economic and mobility space.
Travel, work, and business across the EU will continue to become more seamless and connected, reflecting a common European future and history shaped together. Welcome to the Euro Area, Bulgaria!

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/uNAMMmZfoOA

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Sexual violence against children rising across Democratic Republic of the Congo #drc #unicef

Source: United Nations (video statements)

Sexual violence against children is endemic, systemic, and worsening across the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), according to a new UNICEF report. While conflict remains a major driver, the report shows cases documented in communities across every province and rising sharply since 2022.

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/LKbfZcWzQO4

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You Have Rights | United Nations

Source: United Nations (video statements)

This video is based on the United Nations Victims’ Rights Statement, which affirms the Secretary-General’s priority of upholding the rights and dignity of victims of sexual exploitation and abuse.

It presents a child-friendly version of the statement to help children understand their rights in a clear, safe, and age-appropriate way.

The United Nations is committed to ensuring that the rights of victims of sexual exploitation and abuse are accessible and understood by all, including children.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3xVlIlcPvQk